Canon SX210 IS vs Nikon S6500

Here, we will be evaluating the Canon SX210 IS and Nikon S6500, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the SX210 IS (14MP) and the S6500 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX210 IS was launched 3 years before the S6500 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the SX210 IS scores versus the S6500 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX210 IS and Nikon Coolpix S6500. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX210 IS Gallery and Nikon S6500 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX210 IS comes with outer measurements of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 220 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Nikon S6500 has measurements of 95mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Check out the Canon SX210 IS and Nikon S6500 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the SX210 IS and the S6500.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SX210 IS and S6500 is 90 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing just by researching specifications. The photograph underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX210 IS and S6500.

Plainly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Nikon S6500 to render more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older SX210 IS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.